Baseline Anxiety Trajectories in Pediatric Radiation Therapy Observational Cohort
Start Date
5/6/2026
Completion Date
3/1/2029
Summary
This is a prospective, observational cohort study of pediatric patients ages 2-12 undergoing radiation therapy at MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Detailed Description
Primary Objective: The primary objective of this study is to characterize procedural anxiety trajectories in pediatric patients ages 2-12 undergoing radiation therapy. Anxiety will be measured using the Modified Yale Preoperative Anxiety Scale Short Form (mYPAS-SF) at standardized clinical milestones (simulation, first week of treatment, mid-treatment, and final treatment week). Secondary Objectives: Secondary objectives are to explore associations between observed anxiety levels and treatment-related contextual factors, including: * Treatment fraction number * Anesthesia use * Child-life support * Parent or caregiver presence * Waiting times of 30 minutes or longer * Time of day
Eligibility Criteria
Age Range: 2 years to 12 years
Conditions
Locations
UT MD Anderson
Houston, Texas 77030
United States